The cheapest and fastest trains from Hartford, CT to Chicago, IL
Cheapest price
$300
Average price
$351
Fastest journey
23 h 35 m
Average duration
1 d 1 h 24 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
1239 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hartford, CT to Chicago, IL is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hartford, CT to Chicago, IL will cost around $351 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $300.
It's difficult to get from Hartford, CT to Chicago, IL without transferring at least once.
470 Amtrak Hartford Line · 449 Lake Shore Limited · 49 Lake Shore Limited
470 Amtrak Hartford Line · 449 Lake Shore Limited
125 Northeast Regional · 40 Floridian
141 Northeast Regional · 40 Floridian
470 Amtrak Hartford Line · 449 Lake Shore Limited · 49 Lake Shore Limited
470 Amtrak Hartford Line · 449 Lake Shore Limited
125 Northeast Regional · 40 Floridian
141 Northeast Regional · 40 FloridianTravel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Hartford, CT to Chicago, IL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hartford, CT to Chicago, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $113. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $113, and a flight costs an average of $75.
Distance: 769 miles (1239 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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$238 Average price | $424 Average price | $192 Average price Cheapest |
21h 9m Average total duration 20h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 43m Average total duration Fastest 2h 43m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 24h 21m Average total duration 23h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Hartford, CT to Chicago, IL train times
The table below shows live departures for Hartford, CT to Chicago, IL trains for today, Tuesday, March 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
141 Northeast Regional · 1040 Floridian | 8:51 AM Hartford Union Station, Hartford, CT | 28h54 | 1:45 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 1 transfer | |
125 Northeast Regional · 1040 Floridian | 12:12 PM Hartford Union Station, Hartford, CT | 25h33 | 1:45 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 1 transfer | |
470 Amtrak Hartford Line · 449 Lake Shore Limited | 3:37 PM Hartford Union Station, Hartford, CT | 23h35 | 3:12 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 1 transfer | |
470 Amtrak Hartford Line · 449 Lake Shore Limited · 49 Lake Shore Limited | 3:37 PM Hartford Union Station, Hartford, CT | 23h35 | 3:12 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hartford, CT to Chicago, IL
Trains from Hartford, CT to Chicago, IL run on average 3 times per day, taking around 20h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $92 (€75) but you can travel from only $75 (€61) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 04:35, the last at 21:30. The fastest train covers the 769 miles (1239 km) distance in 23h 26m.
Distance 769 miles (1239 km) |
Average train duration 20h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $92 (€75) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 23h 26m |
First train 04:35 |
Last train 21:30 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Hartford, CT to Chicago, IL trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Hartford, CT and Chicago, IL from $75 (€61). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Hartford, CT to Chicago, IL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hartford, CT to Chicago, IL by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Chicago, IL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Hartford, CT to Chicago, IL
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available with multiple access points around the station.
- Salute
- Max Downtown
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- The Goodwin Hotel
- Hilton Hartford
- Marriott Hartford Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- 4 places, covered
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for Amtrak and CTrail services
- Hall 2: bus connections
- Bus: Several lines available
- CTfastrak
- Local bus services
- 5:00 AM - 12:00 AM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. Access via Canal Street.
- The Chicago Firehouse Restaurant
- Lou Mitchell's
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- The Kimpton Gray Hotel
- JW Marriott Chicago
- W Chicago - City Center
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, Amtrak services
- Hall 2: Metra services
- Hall 3: food court and retail shops
- Bus: Several lines available
- CTA: Blue Line, Pink Line
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